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The best picnic recipes

Celebrate the warmer weather with our favourite picnic recipes.

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best picnic recipes

If you're looking for picnic ideas to celebrate the warmer weather then look no further!

We have lots of wonderful picnic ideas so that you can celebrate in style. From an array of tasty salads to gourmet sandwiches, we have all tastes covered.

If you're hosting an afternoon tea, then check out our Afternoon Tea recipes for inspiration.

1

Pimm’s Scones

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Inspired by a favourite summer cocktail, these decadent scones up the ante of any afternoon tea.

Recipe: Pimm’s Scones

2

Coronation Chicken Pies

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Guests will love these individual pies with a mellow curried filling. Be as creative as you like with the decoration, we’ve gone with pastry crowns, or keep them plain, if pushed for time.

Recipe: Coronation Chicken Pies

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3

Lox Brioche Rolls

lox brioche rolls

A speedy pickled cucumber adds freshness to this classic combination. Use sliced white bread, if you prefer.

Recipe: Lox Brioche Rolls

4

‘Chuna’ Mayo Sandwiches

chuna mayo sandwiches

A vegan version of the ever-popular tuna sandwich. Remember to check your bread choice is suitable too.

Recipe: ‘Chuna’ Mayo Sandwiches

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5

Pastrami Bagel Quarters

pastrami bagel quarters

Quick to assemble and packed with flavour. If you don’t like Jarlsberg, you can use any sliced hard cheese.

Recipe: Pastrami Bagel Quarters

6

Sticky Glazed Chicken Drumsticks

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Simple ingredients combine to make a moreish barbecue classic. These sticky drummers can also be cooked in the oven.

Recipe: Sticky Glazed Chicken Drumsticks

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7

Mixed Bean Falafel and Sweet Potato Hummus

mixed bean falafel and sweet potato hummus

The falafel and hummus can easily be doubled for a tasty lunchbox treat.

Recipe: Mixed Bean Falafel and Sweet Potato Hummus

8

Quinoa and Chimichurri Steak Salad

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Toasting the quinoa first gives it a nutty taste and slight crunch in this steak salad recipe

Recipe: Quinoa and Chimichurri Steak Salad

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9

Chicken and Pineapple Satay Skewers with Rainbow Salad

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Nutty, sweet and oh-so good, we’ve paired these moreish skewers with a refreshing, crunchy salad.

Recipe: Chicken and Pineapple Satay Skewers with Rainbow Salad

10

Pesto Potato Salad

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Super simple and packed with flavour: you’ll never buy potato salad again!

Recipe: Pesto Potato Salad

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11

Mini Watercress and Salmon Pies

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These little pies are perfect for a garden party celebration this Jubilee season. If you don’t like watercress, try baby spinach instead.

Recipe: Mini Watercress and Salmon Pies

12

Ploughman’s Scones

ploughman’s scones

We’ve taken this traditional lunch and turned it into an easy and delicious scone recipe.

Recipe: Ploughman’s Scones

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13

Asparagus and Hollandaise Tart

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This tart recipe is so easy – just use a jar of hollandaise and ready made puff pastry.

Recipe: Asparagus and Hollandaise Tart

14

Ultimate Fish Finger Sandwich

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You cant be a fish finger sarnie and this one is a winner.

Recipe: Ultimate Fish Finger Sandwich

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15

Chicken Pasty

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These oh-so simple pastries are made using Jus-Rol Pastry

Recipe: Chicken Pasty

16

Griddled Nectarine and Feta Salad

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Sweet and salty, this simple salad will complement any main.

Recipe: Griddled Nectarine and Feta Salad

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17

Garlic and Herb Mushroom Skewers

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These skewers require a bit of extra prep but they cook quickly and are a great addition to a spread.

Recipe: Garlic and Herb Mushroom Skewers

18

Strawberry Fluff Brownies

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Freeze-dried strawberries add a real punch of flavour to the squidgy homemade marshmallow fluff layer in these amazing brownies.

Recipe: Strawberry Fluff Brownies

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19

Crab Roll

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We used a mixture of tinned and fresh crab for added flavour in this simple recipe, while keeping costs low.

Recipe: Crab Roll

20

Summer Rolls with Satay Dip

summer rolls with satay dip

Add prawns or shredded cooked chicken to the roll, if you like, and whatever crunchy vegetables you have to hand

Recipe: Summer Rolls with Satay Dip

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